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We’ve got answers! Whether you’re a hair dye virgin or a total dye hard, we’ve got all the pointers you need to get the Instagram-ready color of your dreams.
Because we’re the OGs in colorful vegan and cruelty-free hair color. But if that’s not reason enough, our hair colors are free of harsh chemicals and fortified to condition your hair while you color. With each Manic Panic® color, you can get the DIY look without the damage. That’s color without compromise!
Before coloring your hair, you should perform a patch or strand test with your hair color or bleach to make sure you don’t have any allergic reactions. You can also see if you like the color before coloring your hair all over!
Yes and no. Some of our colors (especially neons, UVs, and pastels) work best on a pre-lightened base. If you want our signature intense color, we recommend lightening your hair to at least a level 7+ blonde. But we also have colors that give gorgeous colorful tints to dark hair. Each product on our website comes with hair swatches so you can see before and after results on light and dark hair.
Your base color is SUPER important since it affects the appearance of tones. If you apply blue pigment on top of a yellow-toned blonde, the results can veer toward a more teal or green hue. The whiter the hair, the truer the color tone. Before you color your hair blue, watch a tutorial by Mykey O’Halloran on how to avoid green tints!
Our semi-permanent formula lasts for about 4-6 weeks. But stronger formulas (like our Amplified collection) last longer because they contain 30% more pigment.Â
If you want to fight the fade for longer, we have color-safe shampoos and conditioners made specifically to maintain our hair colors. Use cool water when shampooing and try to wash hair only once a week (the more you wash, the faster the color fades). We also have dry shampoo to keep your color fresh on days when you skip a wash.
I started to dye my hair when I was like 16yo and my first ever product was from Manic Panic, so it has been with me from the beginning đź–¤Favorite Manic Panic color? Classic Pillarbox Red
Just a few months ago I competed in my first ever pageant; I paired my green UV hair with matching UV facepaint and contacts; and when I started glowing on stage, everyone lost their minds. I felt surreal and radioactive, and I loved it. Favorite Manic Panic color? Electric Lizard
One time I went to a hairdresser convention in London and you had a stand there, I was instantly drawn to you and I couldn’t RESIST all the beautiful colours you had, and your colour models looked absolutely stunning!Favorite Manic Panic color? Infra Red
I was about 8 or 9 the first time i used them, i had put red streaks in my hair. fast forward a ton of years and now i do hair for a living - so thank you guys for putting me on ❤️❤️❤️Favorite Manic Panic color? Electric Lizard
Not exactly a story, but I think my most favorite color I've done has been a galaxy schemed hair I did a few years ago. I always love doing more "sporadic" color combinations when I'm low on a number of colors, or can't choose what colors to do! Favorite Manic Panic color? Between Electric Lizard and Psychedelic Sunset
My best friend has been using your colours for years and I love that they are vegan and come in every shade ✨ My absolute favorites are your electric colours and all that glow under black light 🔥Favorite Manic Panic color? Currently my favorites are Electric Banana, Electric Lizard and Siren Song 💛💚🩵
Ever since I was in middle school I was always so fascinated with the brand manic panic. To me it wasn’t just hair dye, it was community, expression, individuality. It made me feel a part of something bigger :) Favorite Manic Panic color? Cotton Candy Pink
I've been using Manic Panic since 2012, and have used several different shades in blues, pinks, purples and greens. I often use the Amplified versions for added vibrance and touch-ups. I love that some shades go over my natural hair without bleach, too. Favorite Manic Panic color? Cotton Candy Pink, Electric Pink Pussycat, After Midnight, Atomic Turquoise
From messing with them for the first time in my friends kitchens, through cosmo school, eventually working at the manic panic color asylum in nyc, to the manic panic dyehard professional I am now. Best vivid color out there! Favorite Manic Panic color? Pink Warrior
I use manic panic since I dye my hair colorful. Our history goes back more then a decade đź©·Favorite Manic Panic color? Hot Hot Pink